Thor’s Top Pick: New toys to try and destroy

Thor’s Toy Trials: Can These Playthings Handle My Mighty Chomp?

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Hoomans, we need to talk about toys. Yes, the good stuff. The stuff that gets tails wagging and zoomies firing on all cylinders. But here’s the thing… Not all toys are up to the challenge of a dog like me. Some crumble under the pressure. Some barely last a solid chomp. And some? Oh, some are pure magic.

So, I’ve been on a mission. A mission to find the toys that can keep up with a dog’s most important job—playing hard and (maybe) destroying things. Let’s see if these three contenders pass the Thor Test...

1. Chuckit! Breathe Right Fetch Wheel – The Toy That Rolls AND Floats!

Hoomans, this thing is like a frisbee and a rolling snack all in one—except, sadly, it’s not made of food. The Chuckit! Breathe Right Fetch Wheel is genius for a few reasons:

• It’s got a hollow design, which means I can still breathe while sprinting like the majestic beast I am.
• It rolls along the ground like a real-life prey chase. 10/10, would stalk again.
• If it lands in water, no panic—it floats! Hooman-approved for beach trips and splash zones.

Final Verdict: 5/5 paws! Easy to carry, fun to fetch, and tough enough to survive the chaos that is me.

2. PetSafe Busy Buddy Tug-A-Jug – It's A Game AND A Snack Holder?!

Now, this one had me intrigued. The PetSafe Busy Buddy Tug-A-Jug isn’t just a toy—it feeds me while I play. It has a tough plastic bottle with a rope, and every time I shake, pull, or flip it, food comes out. Honestly, hoomans, why hasn’t every toy been designed like this?

Benefits of this marvellous invention include:

• It prolongs snack time. Very important.
• The rubber wrap helps keep my teeth and gums clean (so the vet can stop nagging mum).
• It’s ridiculously durable. Even with my legendary strength, this thing holds up.

Final Verdict: 4.5/5 paws! Got me working for my snacks, so I docked half a point for fairness.

3. Jolly Pets Romp-n-Roll – The Chase-Tug Hybrid

Let me introduce you to the Jolly Pets Romp-n-Roll. It’s basically a ball attached to a rope—but way better than it sounds. Here’s why this one deserves a spot in the toy box:

• The ball is made from super tough JollyFlex material… which means even if I puncture it (I will), it won’t deflate.
• The rope can be pulled back and forth through the ball for never-ending tug fun.
• IT FLOATS. Yes, another winner for the water dogs out there!

Bonus: It even smells like blueberries. I don’t know why, but I approve.

Final Verdict: 4/5 paws! Perfect for fetch, chasing, and pulling against my hooman in a test of strength (spoiler: I always win).

The Final Bark

So, hoomans, there you have it—three top-tier toys that earned my doggy seal of approval. Whether you’ve got a zoomie-fuelled fetch champion, a food-motivated puzzle solver, or a tug-of-war pro, there’s something in this list to get tails wagging.

What do you think? Ready to upgrade your pup’s playtime?

Thor, over and out! 🐾